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Remember vintage library and due date slips
Vintage library checkout cards and due date slips: How a simple system tracked thousands of books in the 20th century

See how vintage library checkout cards and due date cards kept libraries organized for decades — a simple system that made borrowing books easy and fun.

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Vintage card catalogs: Still attracting bookworms with their old-school cool (20th century)

If you need a book, you used to need to look for the most important item in the library — the vintage card catalog.

Retro dining room library a canopy over the table
In this retro dining room library, a canopy over the table gave the room a party feel

A wall of books in this retro dining room library created a warm mood. But what was even more eye-catching than the books? The blue and white canopy hung over the table.

Antique fireplace style, as seen in the 1940s
30 fantastic & timeless vintage fireplaces from the first half of the 20th century

Warm up with a look back at 30 different beautiful vintage fireplaces that were once found in homes across the US.

 
Superman, starring Christopher Reeve
Superman movie magic: How Christopher Reeve’s iconic role redefined comic book heroes
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Antique Coney Island beach scene from 1902
Fascinating Coney Island scenes you’ve never seen from summers over 100 years ago
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How is lipstick made - 1940s factories
How is lipstick made? A fascinating behind-the-scenes look at 1940s lipstick production
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Burger King The vintage fast food restaurant
Vintage Burger King through the decades: A unique concept & engaging ads (1950s-90s)
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40+ adorable celebrity baby pictures from before these stars were famous
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